• MUSC 2190: Rhythm Section Workshop

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): Music majors and minors only. Surveys common rhythm section practices for a contemporary ensemble. Explores historically important rhythm sections in American popular music, common arranging and orchestration choices, communication strategies, vocabulary, and notation for a rhythm section. Provides techniques for developing a stronger working relationship with rhythm section performers as a non-rhythm section performer, composer, producer, or songwriter.
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• MUSC 2210: Contemporary Theory and Improvisation II

  2.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): MUSC 1810. Builds on skills and knowledge developed in MUSC 1810. Further develops exercises and practice strategies based on the surveyed concepts in MUSC 1810 applied to real-world scenarios. Develops recognition and application of theoretical concepts through transcription and analysis in addition to performance. Introduces common academic systems of solo analysis including the methodologies of Jerry Coker and David Baker. Reinforces aural skills through call-and-response activities and masterclass-style lectures. Introduces strategies for learning repertoire, developing ear-training, applying advanced theoretical concepts, developing recall, and incorporating self-assessment into their practice.
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• MUSC 2350: Fundamentals of Conducting

  2.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): MUSC 1120. Provides an introduction to the basics of conducting. Focuses on baton technique, score reading, interpretation and rehearsal.
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• MUSC 2400: Digital Audio Workstation

  2.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): MUSC 1402 or Music Technology Certificate major. Explores the Digital Audio Workstation, including shortcuts and commands for maximizing effectiveness and understanding. Covers the basics of the software interface, audio and MIDI recording and editing, effects, and creating a final product.. Software fee of $22 applies.. Lab access fee of $10 for computers applies.
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• MUSC 2420: Music Production Basics

  2.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): MUSC 2400. Introduces the basics of music production. Analyzes various aspects of contemporary music including sound and part selection for each instrument in the rhythm section. Discusses various recording and production techniques used in current music productions. Introduces students to technical production tools and techniques including but not limited to phasers, chorus, flange, delay, echo, reverb, compression, eq, filters, and distortion. Introduces the students to mixing and steps required to produce a final product.. Software fee of $22 applies.. Lab access fee of $17 for computers applies.
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• MUSC 245R: Private Lessons II

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Offers twelve 60-minute private lessons. Designed to meet the individual needs of the student in developing skills and techniques. Does not fulfill music major degree requirements. May be repeated as desired.. Course fee of $443 for support applies.
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• MUSC 250R: Private Lessons for Music Majors

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): Music major entrance audition required.. Corequisite(s): MUSC 251R. Offers twelve 60-minute private lessons for music majors. Focuses on the individual needs of the student in developing skills and techniques. Requires participation in weekly performance class. Includes juried evaluations. May be repeated as desired.. Course fee of $443 for support applies.
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• MUSC 251R: Performance Class

  1.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Corequisite(s): MUSC 250R. Provides additional performance experience for music majors. Develops an ability to offer and receive constructive criticism. Explores performance-related topics such as practice strategies, performance anxiety, interpretive phrasing, technical mastery, memorization and jury preparation. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credits toward graduation.
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• MUSC 281R: Internship in Music I

  1.00 - 8.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): Departmental Approval. Provides an opportunity for students to receive college credit and explore career options in music by working in music-related fields. Applies academic concepts to actual work experiences. Requires approval of faculty sponsor and completion and acceptance of application. Requires completion of an orientation, completion of Master Agreement between UVU and employer, completion of goals and tasks as required by academic department, and completion of final evaluation. May be repeated for a total of 8 credits towards graduation. May be graded credit/no credit.
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• MUSC 290R: Independent Study

  1.00 - 3.00 Credits

  Utah Valley University

  
  Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission and advisor approval. Individual projects to be negotiated by student and instructor on a case-by-case basis to be approved by the departmental advisor. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits toward graduation.
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